1 When the Lord restored the captives of Zion,we were like those who dream.
2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter,and our tongue with singing.Then they said among the nations,“The Lord has done great things for them.”
3 The Lord has done great things for us;we are glad.
4 Restore our captives, O Lord,as the streams in the Negev.
5 Those who sow in tearsshall reap in joy.
6 He who goes forth and weeps,bearing precious seed to sow,shall come home again with rejoicing,bringing his grain sheaves with him.